Building on the legacy of his forebears, Roger Gracie, born in 1981, emerged as one of the most accomplished BJJ practitioners of all time. As the son of Mauricio Gomes and Reila Gracie, Hélio Gracie’s daughter, Roger was steeped in BJJ from a young age. His mastery of fundamental techniques, such as the cross-collar choke and mount control, led him to dominate the sport, winning ten World Championships in the black belt division.
Roger Gracie is a legendary figure in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). He is widely considered one of the greatest BJJ practitioners of all time. As a member of the Gracie family, which pioneered the development and global promotion of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Roger has built an unparalleled reputation in the sport.
BJJ Achievements:
- Roger is a 10-time BJJ World Champion and a 2-time ADCC (Abu Dhabi Combat Club) champion.
- He holds the record for the most IBJJF World Championship gold medals in the black belt division.
- Known for his incredible fundamentals, precise technique, and dominant style, Roger often finished opponents with submissions, particularly the cross-collar choke from mount, which became his signature move.
- In the 2005 World Championships, he submitted all of his opponents in both his weight class and the absolute division, cementing his legacy as the most dominant BJJ competitor of his era.
Teaching & Leadership:
- Roger is the founder of the Roger Gracie Academy (RGA), which has become one of the most respected BJJ academies globally. He is also the leader of a large network of affiliated schools, where his influence and teachings are spread worldwide.
- He is regarded not only for his accomplishments as a competitor but also for his ability to teach and pass on his knowledge to students of all levels.
Legacy:
He is the son of Mauricio Gomes, a BJJ coral belt under Rolls Gracie, adding to his deep roots within the Gracie family legacy.
Roger is celebrated for bringing a return to traditional, effective BJJ fundamentals during a time when the sport had started focusing on complex, modern techniques. His clean, efficient style of Jiu-Jitsu is often used as a model for how to excel in both sport and self-defense Jiu-Jitsu.
